My Way

Oxford Village taxpayers should feel a special kinship with the Greek mythological character Atlas. Legend has it that Atlas and his fellow Titan gods rebelled against the younger Olympian gods led by Zeus....more >>

Don't Rush Me

No, Rush ain't re-livin' an episode of TV's Justified

Is there something wrong with me? Am I a "bad" man? I only ask these probing questions of you, because at night, before beddy-bye time, when I reflect upon the day that just was, I sometimes ask myself these same questions....more >>

Township's 'demand' for two dispatchers 'smacks of bullying'
The Oxford Leader's recent reporting of Oxford Township's demand to the Village to provide two full time emergency dispatchers, 24/7 or else, smacks of bullying to me. I am well aware of a Hatfields/McCoy relationship between the two governmental entities that has apparently prevailed for many years, but this example seems to go beyond theoretical differences and smacks of a declaration from the township that does not truly represent the best interests of its constituency....more >>

Opinions

I have been reading for a long time about Goodrich's Wheelock-Watkins Drain and its flooding. This was an agricultural drain built 115 years ago and was not intended to handle what it is right now....more >>

Jim's Jottings

Now that the pro football season is all but over, you can look for changes for the Washington Redskins. In keeping with the movement to not offend anyone, I expect management will drop "Washington" from the team name....more >>

Sneaky car show

Certain events seem to sneak up when least expected. Oh, they come around the same time every year - holidays, tax season, birthdays - but it just again seems to be sneaky. I was reminded by a few people it is time for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit....more >>

Help appreciated in reliving history through CNews Dear Editor, This letter is to thank the Clarkston News and specifically the editor, Phil Custodio. A couple of months ago I went in to get my paper and asked Rose Mary at the front desk if they kept their old newspapers....more >>